In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick introduces Sara Im, who shares her remarkable journey from surviving Cambodia's concentration camps to becoming an entrepreneur in the US. Sara discusses her early life, transition to wellness work, and the resilience and mindset she developed along the way. She talks about her book, the impact of sharing personal stories, and her speaking engagements. The conversation covers her escape, family reunion, and reasons for writing her book. They also discuss health, the importance of staying hydrated, and offer practical tips. The episode concludes with gratitude and information on connecting with Sara Im.
(0:00) Episode and guest introduction: Sara Im
(0:33) Sara's background, early life, and survival in Cambodia
(3:16) Sara's current wellness work and transition to entrepreneurship
(5:12) Building resilience, mindset, and entrepreneurial journey
(9:04) Sara's book details and event planning career
(11:07) The impact of sharing personal stories and speaking engagements
(15:26) Escaping concentration camps and the role of faith
(19:02) Reunion with family and reasons for writing the book
(25:10) Journey to the US, starting a business, and health focus
(29:04) Discussion on the importance of staying hydrated with tips
(35:30) Upcoming podcast mention and how to connect with Sara Im
(37:16) Closing thoughts and gratitude
(38:28) Episode wrap-up